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Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Drama

Murdoch University

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

English language competency; Year 12 or equivalent; selection via ATAR; or mature age entry via STAT; or TAFE Certificate IV or higher

Course Description

This program aims to provide students with the practice-based knowledge and skills to pursue their passion with creative vision and professional discipline. Students can focus on specialising in acting, production, lighting, stage management or design. Students will learn about the historical foundations of drama and theatre, as well as the most innovative and challenging contemporary work. Students will be taught analytical and critical skills with which to develop their own ideas and theories. Students will also be given the opportunity to enjoy the great literature of the world and to write their own work. Graduates will be versatile; skilled at debating, analysing, arguing and able to communicate effectively.

Subjects you can Study

Theatre and drama

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About Murdoch University

Named after the prominent Australian academic and essayist Sir Walter Murdoch, Murdoch was the second university established in Western Australia. Since the first intake of students in 1975, Murdoch has become a dynamic, modern university with a national reputation for excellence in teaching, research and student satisfaction.

Murdoch university has three campuses. The main campus is on South Street in Murdoch and is an easy commute from the Perth CBD and Fremantle, whilst the Rockingham and Peel campuses are located further south of Perth. All three campuses are well serviced by public transport, parking and bike racks.

Provider CRICOS: 00125J

Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Duration

Murdoch

Full-time internal = 3 years

Part-time internal = 6 years

Structure

Students will gain exposure to all aspects of theatre and drama studies, including acting, production, writing, and analysis of theatrical texts. Students have the opportunity to complete a second major or minor as part of their studies.

Entry Requirements

English language competency; Year 12 or equivalent; selection via ATAR; or mature age entry via STAT; or TAFE Certificate IV or higher

Study Pathways

An Honours year is available for suitable applicants.

Comments

A Working with Children Check may be required for some practical components.

How does this course perform?

How do study fields for Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Drama at Murdoch University perform?

Creative arts

Who is studying Creative arts at Murdoch University

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Undergraduate students

International students

School leavers

Over 25 years old

Part time students

Life after Study

Related Careers

Actors portray roles in live and recorded or filmed productions. In the live performance area, an actor may perform in theatre, opera or variety. In the recorded medium, an actor may perform roles in theatre, film, radio, television, commercials, webisodes, mobisodes or other material distributed online.